Standard Definition
[/ˈstændərd ˌdefɪˈnɪʃən/]
nounpl: Standard Definitions
Definição Padrão
1. A television or video display format with a resolution of 720×480 pixels (NTSC) or 720×576 pixels (PAL), commonly used before the adoption of high-definition technology
Before HD became standard, most televisions displayed content in standard definition.
Antes do HD se tornar padrão, a maioria dos televisores exibia conteúdo em definição padrão.
2. Any video quality or image resolution that is considered conventional or typical, as opposed to high-definition or ultra-high-definition formats
The streaming service offers both standard definition and 4K options.
O serviço de streaming oferece opções tanto em definição padrão quanto em 4K.
The term became widely recognized in Brazil and Portugal during the 2000s-2010s transition from analog to digital television. Standard Definition is now considered legacy technology, though still relevant in discussions about older content, streaming quality options, and backward compatibility with vintage equipment.
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